PM Modi's gifts: Muga silk stole for Italy PM, Ladakhi stole for Sweden PM, Kesar mangoes for UAE prezPrime Minister Narendra Modi presented unique Indian gifts to world leaders during his recent five-nation tour. Items included Muga silk st...
Exports diversification drive adds $202 million to kitty in FY26India's exports expanded significantly last fiscal year. New product and country combinations generated over $200 million in new trade. Shi...
Consumer companies feel summer wedding glow as jewellery, appliances, staples sales outpace winter gainsSummer weddings are driving a significant spending surge across India. Strong rural incomes from a good harvest are boosting sales of every...
Commerce ministry notifies RoDTEP schedules to align with amended customs tariff structureThe commerce ministry has updated export duty remission schedules. This aims to simplify benefits for exporters. A Basmati and Organic Trai...
Pilibhit in UP to get India's first integrated Basmati, organic training-cum-demo farmIndia is set to boost its Basmati rice sector. APEDA will establish a new training and demonstration farm in Pilibhit. This facility will f...
LT Foods partners with KidZania India for immersive basmati rice factory experience for childrenLT Foods has launched a new factory experience at KidZania India. Children can now learn about Basmati rice production. They will experienc...
Bardhaman’s potato economy in focus as farmers weigh choices amid Bengal pollsIn Purba Bardhaman, potato farmers face price caps, weak markets and migration woes. As elections near, discontent simmers, but TMC still a...
Basmati rice exporters urge govt action on shipping charges amid West Asia crisisBasmati rice exporters face crippling shipping charges. War-risk surcharges are soaring, sometimes reaching 70 percent of cargo value. Ship...
Should You Wash Rice Before Cooking? Science Says It May Not MatterWashing rice, a common practice for cleanliness and texture, may not significantly alter its final consistency, according to scientific evi...
Basmati rice exports hit by Hormuz crisis; 4 lakh tonnes of cargo stranded right now: Abhishek GovilkarThe Strait of Hormuz crisis has severely impacted India's basmati rice exports to the Middle East, stranding four lakh tonnes of cargo and ...
West Asia war: Punjab industry hit by labour shortage, rising costsThe ongoing turmoil in West Asia is sending ripples through Punjab's industrial landscape. Manufacturers of textiles, bicycles, and automot...
Wholesale rice prices up 7% as West Asia ceasefire fuels export rushIndian rice prices have seen a significant jump at the wholesale level. This surge follows a recent ceasefire between the US and Iran, lead...
Crisil warns of potential hit to India remittances amid West Asia conflictIndia's remittance flow faces potential impact from the West Asia conflict. A third of diaspora inflows originate from Gulf Cooperation Cou...
India eases rules for rice exports to some European countriesIndia has eased export rules for rice. Basmati and non-basmati rice can now be shipped to certain European nations. This is without the usu...
Exporters' body FIEO sees 2-3 pc fall in goods exports during 2025-26Indian merchandise exports are projected to decline by 2-3% in 2025-26. Global economic uncertainties, amplified by the West Asia crisis, a...
US-Iran ceasefire, Hormuz reopening to ease shipping disruptions: FIEOExporters welcome the ceasefire between the US and Iran. The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz eases shipping disruptions and reduces costs...
Basmati rice exporter Amir Chand mobilises Rs 60 crore from anchor investorsAmir Chand Jagdish Kumar (Exports) Ltd has secured Rs 60 crore from anchor investors. This precedes their Rs 440 crore initial public offer...